We are looking high and low for the best educational
web sites active today. The School House presents the Too Cool
School House Educational Site of the Week as carefully selected by
our resident educator, Grace Smith. Check it out, and happy
learning!
Written by Grace Smith
Week of 05/08/2000
A project designed for a master's course at Illinois State University, A WebQuest: Was It Murder?
The Death of King Tutankhamun The Boy King offers a fascinating mystery for students to solve.
Using the WebQuest, teams of 4-5 students play roles of medical examiner, reporter,
archaeologist, historian (optional), and history professor to solve the mystery. After working together
and synthesizing their information, the team members then write a persuasive essay, stating and defending
their position on the topic.
The WebQuest also includes five "fun" facts which are hidden under page images, an evaluation
rubric, essay help, and an outcomes page.
Rating: Blends history, research, thinking, and writing into a super integrated activity.
Grace Smith, Ph.D.
Copyright 2000
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